A Practical Guide to Language Assessment

Teacher with +18 years’ experience teaching children, teenagers, and adults; with a passion for education and a strong commitment to optimizing student and academy success. She’s been tutoring undergraduate degree thesis and has served as a trainer in English language certifications. She is also part of a team of translators in administrative, legal, e-commerce, websites, and government projects. She has conducted research related to language teaching and assessment. Currently, her doctoral studies in Education and Innovation keep her abreast of the most current research and practices in the field.

He is a professor with over 10 years of experience in teaching English as a foreign language. He is currently a doctoral candidate in Education and focuses his academic work on language pedagogy, curriculum development, and innovative teaching methodologies. His research interests include English language teaching, educational psychology, and reflective teaching practices in higher education.

Professor at the National University of Education in Ecuador, focuses on professional development for EFL educators. Her expertise is evidenced by her experience in developing and coordinating impactful outreach and research projects such as PRELIM 2 and 3 in collaboration with the British Council. She holds a Master's in English Language and Applied Linguistics and is an internationally CELTA certified teacher. Currently, a PhD candidate in Higher Education, and collaborated as moderator in the project, "Let's Go Green," integrating environmental sustainability into English language teaching, engaging over 54 teachers globally through the EVO network in TESOL.

Teacher committed to education, transformation of society, and development. With 13 years of experience in teaching English and Spanish, has developed her expertise in the teaching field in different levels such as primary, secondary, and higher education. Holding a B.A. in Educational Sciences, with specialization in English Language, also a Master’s degree in English Language and Applied Linguistics, at the University of Cuenca. Currently, pursuing a PhD degree in Higher Education at the University of Palermo. Professor for Pedagogy of National and Foreign Languages at UPSE, training future English teachers; participant in research projects, pre teaching service activities, preparation courses for English proficiency exams.

Passionate and dedicated educator who believes that learning flourishes in safe, respectful, and inclusive environments. She prioritizes creating a classroom culture where students feel seen, valued, and supported. A strong advocate of integral education, she integrates literacy development with essential skills and core values in her lesson planning. María Gabriela enjoys fostering teamwork, collaboration, and critical thinking through dynamic, student-centered activities. She sees education as a transformative journey that empowers learners beyond academics. She currently teaches at the Universidad Estatal Península de Santa Elena and is committed to meaningful, holistic teaching practices.